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Japanese regional cultural promotions

Overview

Various regional promotion events are being held across Japan to showcase local culture and products.

In Osaka, Kochi Prefecture is scheduled to host the ‘SUPER LOCAL Kochi-ke Doppuri Ichiba’ event on September 6, 2026, at the OSAKA FOOD LAB. The event aims to promote Kochi’s culture and hospitality through activities such as live straw-fired bonito grilling and sake tastings.

Other regional efforts include the ‘Motosu City WEEK!’ in Tokyo, featuring products from Motosu City, and an exhibition in Osaka centered on Toyama City’s ‘Owara Kaze no Bon’ traditional festival, which utilized mannequins to recreate traditional dance movements.

Entities

Gifu Tokyo · Osaka Food Lab · Toyama City · Hakuba Nishiki Shuzo · Kochi Prefecture

Timeline

  1. 16 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Regional cultural promotions held in Tokyo and Osaka

    Regional promotion events in Tokyo and Osaka are highlighting Japanese local culture, featuring Motosu City products and a traditional Toyama festival exhibition.

  2. 25 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Kochi Prefecture to host cultural food event in Osaka

    Kochi Prefecture will host a one-day cultural and food event in Osaka on September 6, 2026, featuring regional delicacies, sake, and live demonstrations to promote Kochi's local culture.

Sources

prtimes.jp · sakadachibooks.com